On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | Jul 31, 2020 | property tax appeals
Even if you have fully paid your mortgage, a high property tax bill can continue to make your home a burdensome expense. So if you feel your property taxes are too high, you should think about whether your assessor has accurately assessed your home. There are ways you...
On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | Jul 8, 2020 | property tax appeals
Illinois residents face some of the highest property taxes in the nation, even though the median home value in the state is relatively low in comparison with many other parts of the nation. There are a number of factors driving the state’s sky-high property taxes, and...
On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | Jun 18, 2020 | property tax appeals
Not understanding property tax assessments is a common issue, especially in Illinois where the law is a little different than the standard followed in most other areas. According to Curbed Chicago, the property tax assessment process in Illinois is undergoing some...
On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | Jun 8, 2020 | property tax appeals, tax law
Owners of commercial property in the Chicago area have a lot to think of when it comes to their bottom line, and one financial aspect of owning a business is property taxes. It is essential that property taxes are paid on time to avoid late payment penalties, which...
On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | May 20, 2020 | property tax appeals
Business owners face a myriad of legal and financial issues, from contract disputes and employment law hurdles to worries about the future of their company. Unfortunately, tax obligations place a lot of strain on many business owners, especially property taxes. There...
On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | May 18, 2020 | property tax appeals
One reason to appeal your property tax in Illinois is if you suspect you are overpaying. Multiple factors affect the payment amount of your property taxes and verifying that your payments are fair is never a bad idea. If your research suggests that you are overpaying,...
On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | May 18, 2020 | property tax appeals
Every three years, the Cook County Assessor’s office initiates a review of property tax valuations for properties in one of three districts within the county. These reviews result in updated assessment notices being sent to the property owners. It is on the...
On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | May 15, 2020 | property tax appeals
When the Internal Revenue Service announced tax filing extensions, millions of Americans breathed a sigh of relief. But for many people paying property taxes on the state and local levels, the relief is limited. In Illionois, many people have been wondering how state...
On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | Jan 27, 2020 | property tax appeals
Many property owners may not know what they can appeal their property tax assessment. Because property taxes can be costly, and the savings can be helpful, property owners should always be familiar with how they can appeal their property tax assessment if it is...
On behalf of The Law Offices of William J. Seitz, LLC. | Dec 16, 2019 | property tax appeals
The government is in charge of calculating your property tax and they base it on the market value of your home. In some cases, assessors make errors that can cost you thousands of dollars in unnecessary tax payments. Fortunately, there may be options available to you...
